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ANDE, Paraguay's state electricity utility, will report 10,000 delinquent customers to Equifax to force debt payments, while simultaneously maintaining its payment flexibility campaign.
andeequifaxhugo-rolonStarting in 2026, businesses in Asunción will be required to obtain a commercial license from the Municipal Government, presenting documents such as a Taxpayer Identification Number (RUC), proof of income, a fire prevention plan, and property documentation, with in-person processing and a variable cost based on the company's assets.
dnitThe Paraguayan economy grew by 5.6% in the first five months of 2026, driven primarily by the primary sector, which posted a 9.9% increase, while the secondary and services sectors also showed positive performance.
The National Single Registry (RUN) has begun requiring georeferenced plans in property titles to combat real estate fraud and strengthen legal security, in accordance with Law 7424/25 regulated by President Santiago Peña.
The number of people with credit in Paraguay has doubled to 2.3 million over three years, according to the Central Bank of Paraguay (BCP), which attributes the growth to greater financial inclusion and dismisses immediate risks, despite a prior warning from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Paraguay has made its first shipment of pork to the Philippines, a milestone for a sector that has already exported over 8.7 million kilograms in 2026 and is seeking to consolidate its international markets.
The Paraguayan capital market recorded a slight 0.8% drop in volume for the first half of 2026, but showed a recovery in June with a 9.7% increase driven by the secondary market.
cesar-paredesThe Expo Paraguay 2026, the country's largest multi-sector fair, begins this Saturday in Mariano Roque Alonso, focusing on business, a job fair, and an extensive schedule of concerts and entertainment running until July 26.
expo-paraguay-arp-2026mariano-roque-alonsoexpo-empleoexpo-asadorThe National Telecommunications Commission (Conatel) has received proposals from Tigo and Personal for Paraguay's second 5G license auction, which offers two frequency blocks. The type of award will be determined after the companies' proposals are analyzed.
nucleo-s-aThe Paraguayan National Telecommunications Commission (Conatel) has relaxed regulations for Starlink, which will allow internet speeds up to eight times faster for users and has authorized the use of new frequencies to integrate satellites with optical fiber.
starlinkThe DNIT (Paraguay's tax and customs authority) has published a detailed guide outlining the monthly VAT declaration process, including how to calculate tax debits and credits and which expenses can be deducted by taxpayers.
dnitThe Paraguayan market for finished cattle is maintaining stable prices despite downward pressure in Brazil, supported by limited supply and robust international demand, with record values for beef exports.
mercosurParaguay has launched the Validador PY platform to verify digital documents across the Mercosur trade bloc, along with a new version of its service provider registry, Repse 2.0, aiming to reduce bureaucracy and combat informality.
validador-pymercosurrepse-2-0Data from Paraguay's Ministry of Labor, Employment and Social Security (MTESS) show that the majority of informal workers (57%) and micro-enterprises (54.2%) earn below the minimum wage, a scenario that is reversed in formal employment, where 71% of salaried workers receive above-minimum compensation.
Payroll-deductible loans in Paraguay recorded a 50.6% increase through May 2026, with the balance reaching G. 1.62 trillion in popular credit lines, while the default rate on these operations rose to 7.4%, alerting authorities to the risks of accelerated growth.
The Paraguayan forestry sector is increasing investments and promoting Expo Madera 2026 to consolidate its growth, with the participation of Swedish companies and a focus on industrialization and global markets.
expo-madera-paraguay-2026The National Telecommunications Commission (Conatel) has authorized the expansion of Starlink's services in Paraguay to increase the availability of high-speed internet, especially in rural areas, as part of a strategy to reduce connectivity gaps and boost the country's digital transformation.
starlinkThe Paraguayan government has reallocated more than US$284 million in its 2026 budget, with increases primarily directed toward health, public works, educational institutions, and other state bodies.
Economist Wildo González warns that a sharp depreciation of the guaraní would increase the cost of Paraguay's public debt, which is mostly denominated in US dollars, and could fuel inflation. However, a gradual adjustment could benefit exports and tax revenue without undermining stability.
guaraniwildo-gonzalezThe Paraguayan financial system is facing a security crisis marked by digital attacks that have drained accounts and created fraudulent loans, in addition to violent bank robberies, including explosions in Santa Rita, Alto Paraná, with the possible involvement of security agents.
gnbalto-paranasanta-ritaThe Petropar alcohol plant in Troche has recorded losses of $5 million and is transferring part of its production to private mills due to its inability to process all the raw material, sparking criticism over transparency and costs.
mauricio-jose-trocheguairaParaguay recorded deflation of 0.3% in June, reducing its annual inflation rate to 2.1%, the second lowest in the region, behind only Ecuador.
argentinaboliviaEconomist Jorge Garicoche states that Paraguay, which attracts low-scale foreign investments mainly in plastics and textiles, needs more stable rules in infrastructure and energy to capture larger and impactful projects, remaining a strategic destination for Brazilian entrepreneurs.
jorge-garicochemaquilaParaguay's Unified National Registry (RUN) has accumulated nearly 8,000 new cases in two weeks, raising the total backlog to over 45,000, and notaries report that processing times for documents, especially real estate certificates, have lengthened across the country.
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